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SGSFood Auditor (with 3rd-party audit experience in food standard) (SQF/BRCGS Technical Reviewer)
SGS is hiring a Food Auditor (with 3rd-party audit experience in food standard) (SQF/BRCGS Technical Reviewer) for a contract-based position lasting one year. This professional is…
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SGS is hiring a Food Auditor (with 3rd-party audit experience in food standard) (SQF/BRCGS Technical Reviewer) for a contract-based position lasting one year. This professional is responsible for conducting independent technical reviews of SQF, FSMA, and BRCGS audit reports and certification packages, ensuring all outputs meet relevant standards and timelines. The role suits individuals with strong analytical capabilities and deep familiarity with food safety codes, accreditation criteria, and regulatory requirements.…
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SGS is hiring a Food Auditor (with 3rd-party audit experience in food standard) (SQF/BRCGS Technical Reviewer) for a contract-based position lasting one year. This professional is responsible for conducting independent technical reviews of SQF, FSMA, and BRCGS audit reports and certification packages, ensuring all outputs meet relevant standards and timelines. The role suits individuals with strong analytical capabilities and deep familiarity with food safety codes, accreditation criteria, and regulatory requirements. Key duties involve verifying audit reports and non-conformities, making impartial certification decisions, updating database records, providing expert technical support to internal affiliates and customers, and delivering internal training. The position also requires active participation in QHSEE management system compliance, maintaining a safe workplace, and adhering to company integrity codes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct independent technical reviews and certification decisions for SQF, FSMA, and BRCGS audit packages in accordance with SGS procedures
- Verify audit reports, non-conformities, corrective action responses, and supporting evidence for conformity
- Maintain the accuracy and completeness of certification records within scheme owner databases
- Provide technical support, interpretation, and advice to customers and the SGS network of affiliates
- Deliver internal training and technical updates to personnel to strengthen competency and certification processes
- Maintain awareness of safety, health, and environmental hazards and actively participate in incident investigations and risk assessments
- Collaborate with global product managers to prioritize technical reviews and meet established KPIs
Requirements
- University degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Microbiology, Bioscience, or a related discipline
- Professional experience in food safety, quality management, manufacturing, processing, retail, or related sectors
- Recognized HACCP qualification with an examination
- Fluent in English, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Qualifications
- Registered SQF Auditor or SQF Technical Reviewer status
- Lead Auditor qualification in a recognized management system standard
- Detailed knowledge of food safety regulatory requirements including FSMA Preventive Controls and PCQI qualification
- Lead Auditor or technical reviewer experience in Global Food Safety schemes such as BRCGS, FSSC, or IFS
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